Frontend developers are burned out, not lazy

Modern frontend development has become increasingly complex despite promises of improved productivity. While frameworks and tooling offer powerful capabilities, they introduce hidden costs through constant churn, decision fatigue, and abstraction overhead. Many projects stall at 60-80% completion due to these invisible friction points. The solution involves starting with minimal setups, automating routine tasks, choosing appropriate tools for specific requirements, understanding underlying technologies, and leveraging AI assistance carefully to focus more on product value rather than tooling complexity.